Alden vs Jay

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alden

Boy #577 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"old friend, noble friend"

Origin: Old English

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Boy #397 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"to rejoice, joyful"

Origin: Latin (Gaius)

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Alden Rank #577

Jay Rank #397

Jay is more popular, ranked #397 vs #577 for Alden.

Is Alden or Jay more popular?

Jay is more popular, ranked #397 compared to Alden at #577 in the United States.

What do Alden and Jay mean?

Alden means "old friend, noble friend" (Old English origin). Jay means "to rejoice, joyful" (Latin (Gaius) origin).

Are Alden and Jay boy or girl names?

Alden is primarily a boy name. Jay is primarily a boy name.